California leads the nation in data job opportunities, with thriving ecosystems in software, biotech, fintech, entertainment, and AI. From San Francisco to San Diego, the state offers unmatched career growth for data professionals across all disciplines and experience levels.
California is home to the world’s most powerful technology companies and research institutions. Whether you're looking to join a high-growth startup, an established tech giant, or a mission-driven nonprofit, the state presents an unparalleled variety of roles in data analysis, engineering, and science.
California offers some of the highest salaries in the U.S. for data professionals:
Use the Salary Calculator to explore regional differences and salary expectations by city or skill set.
Many California-based employers offer remote-first or hybrid roles, especially in post-pandemic environments. However, on-site and hybrid roles are still common in the Bay Area and Southern California for teams focused on AI hardware, research, and cross-functional product work.
California employers value clarity, impact, and technical depth. Use the Resume Analyzer to get personalized feedback and tailor your resume to the demands of the state's competitive data job market.
View open listings or subscribe for curated job alerts. Whether you’re entering the field or targeting senior data leadership roles, California offers an unmatched environment for long-term data career growth.
Full-time
On-site
Mountain View, California, United States
$248,000 - $349,000 USD yearly
2 hours
Full-time
On-site
Mountain View, California, United States
$183,000 - $271,000 USD yearly
13 hours
Whatnot
Full-time
On-site
Los Angeles, New York, United States
13 hours
Integrated Data Services
Full-time
On-site
El Segundo, California, United States
$90,000 - $140,000 USD yearly
22 hours
JLM Strategic Talent Partners
Full-time
On-site
Huntington Beach, California, United States
$30 - $42 USD hourly
22 hours
Capgemini
Full-time
On-site
San Francisco, California, United States
1 day
Atomic AI
Full-time
On-site
California, United States
1 day
BioMed Realty
Full-time
On-site
San Diego, California, United States
$83,000 - $102,500 USD yearly
1 day
SolutionStream.
On-site
San Jose, California, United States
2 days
The Goal Family of Companies
Full-time
On-site
San Diego, California, United States
3 days
Schinner, Walsh and Wehner
Full-time
Scranton, PA
United States
$50,000 - $70,000
1 week ago